Languages Vision
Our School Aims perfectly capture our Vision for Languages.
Achieve beyond expectations –
Every year, KS2 pupils build up to producing a piece of French portfolio work that is, where possible, of a standard higher than that at which they would regularly work. KS1 and EYFS pupils enjoy exposure and engagement at a high level with French culture
Be proud of our community, our school, our achievements and our peers –
French is celebrated with pride in Friday Celebration Assemblies, when French Graduates are regularly rewarded. Once a half term the whole school participates in French Morning which allows children to be exposed to and share French cuisine and culture with their peers.
Compete, with the belief that we have every chance of success –
University Challenge, on the final week of the school year, includes French Graduates who compete for a trophy.
Develop a culture where we take appropriate risk, understanding this is how people learn, grow and achieve things they thought were too difficult –
French lessons encourage children to speak and present their ideas in the French language. Speaking in a non-native language in front of peers is a challenge and a risk the children rise to consistently within French lessons.
Enable people to work together, in order to achieve more than we could on our own –
French lessons regularly include paired and group work and discussion.
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” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
